Job Description

Teaching Assistant Role - January 2025 Start

Location: Maidstone
Role: General Teaching Assistant
Pay: 85 - 105 per day
Start Date: January 2025

Simply Education is partnering with a well-established and inclusive primary school in Maidstone, seeking a General Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role involves supporting teachers and pupils across all areas of the curriculum. Whether you have experience or are just starting your journey in education, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in delivering lessons and supporting pupils' learning.
• Provide general classroom support to ensure a positive learning environment.
• Support students with varying needs, promoting their academic and personal development.
• Help with planning and preparing classroom activities as required.
• Supervise pupils during break times or extracurricular activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Assist in the preparation and organisation of classroom resources and displays.

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working in a school setting is advantageous but not essential.
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and passionate about working with children.
• Interest in pastoral care and student well-being is highly desirable.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training provided by the school.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive approach to supporting both staff and students.
• A commitment to upholding the values and ethos of the school.

Why Choose Simply Education?

• Your own dedicated consultant to support your teaching journey.
• Access to free CPD training provided by our Educational Development Managers.
• Flexible work options with daily and long-term positions to suit your availability.
• Hassle-free administration with no timesheets and easy online booking management.
• 175 refer-a-friend voucher scheme.
• Regular check-ins and support to help you succeed in your role.

Additional Benefits:

• Opportunity to work in a friendly and inclusive school environment with excellent support structures.
• Gain valuable experience that could lead to teacher training or other career progression opportunities.

All candidates registering with Simply Education will need to provide references for the last 2 years and complete an enhanced DBS check. Interviews will be conducted via Zoom where required.

If you're ready to make a difference in the classroom, click 'apply now' to send us your CV, or contact Josh Newton on (phone number removed) for more information.